• Job Description

  Req#: 5301710
  Salary: $5,666.00 - $7,621.00 Monthly
  Location : Multiple Locations Statewide, WA
  Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
  Remote Employment: Remote Only
  Job Number: DOH8892
  Department: Dept. of Health
  Division: Environmental Public Health (EPH)
  Opening Date: 04/14/2026
  Closing Date: 4/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
  Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
  
  Description
  This home-based (remote) position is open to Washington residents, those residing on the ID/WA and OR/WA borders, and those able to relocate to these locations. Field work throughout Washington State is required and expected to comprise approximately 20% of work time.
  
  Permanent • Full-time
  
  The Opportunity
  
  The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a skilled professional to support safe and healthy water recreation across Washington. This role sits within the Division of Environmental Public Health, Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and contributes directly to protecting communities from environmental health risks.
  
  Working in the Water Recreation Program, this position partners with local health jurisdictions, industry professionals, and state leaders to strengthen safety standards, guide compliance, and respond to emerging public health concerns.
  Key Responsibilities Include:
  
  Program Guidance & Technical Expertise
  
  • Provide consultation on regulations, policies, and technical issues related to water recreation facilities
  • Develop reports, guidance documents, and responses to public and stakeholder inquiries
  
  Policy & Rule Development
  
  • Support development, updates, and interpretation of aquatic facility rules
  • Lead or contribute to rule revision efforts and stakeholder workgroups
  
  Inspections & Compliance
  
  • Coordinate and conduct pre-opening, routine, and follow-up inspections
  • Investigate complaints, illnesses, and injuries; support enforcement actions as needed
  • Identify gaps in inspection processes and recommend improvements
  
  Training & Outreach
  
  • Develop and deliver training to industry partners, local health jurisdictions, and facility staff
  • Provide field-based instruction on state aquatic facility requirements
  
  Technical Review & Evaluation
  
  • Review product submissions to ensure compliance with state standards
  • Evaluate and approve engineering plans, designs, and specifications for water recreation facilities
  • Conduct specialized inspections to ensure compliance with design and operational requirements
  
  Why You'll Love This Role
  
  This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on public health by helping ensure safe, enjoyable water recreation across Washington. You'll work alongside a collaborative, mission-driven team while building expertise in environmental health, policy development, and regulatory practice. The role offers meaningful variety, professional growth, and the chance to influence statewide standards that protect communities.
  Required Qualifications
  
  There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile
  Option 1: 8 years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program performing the required skills and abilities listed below.
  Option 2: A Bachelor's degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or another closely allied science AND 4 years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program performing the required skills and abilities listed below.
  Option 3: A master's degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or another closely allied science AND2 years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program performing the required skills and abilities listed below.
  Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience
  
  • Interpreting regulations and statutes, providing technical assistance, and sharing information about environmental public health hazards or issues.
  • Developing and presenting training and educational outreach on environmental public health hazards or issues to a broad scope of interested parties.
  • Participating in the development of environmental public health guidance, best practices, policies, or rules regarding environmental public health hazards or issues.
  • Conducting compliance inspections in a regulatory water recreation program.
  • Reviewing engineering or architectural plans.
  • Applying mathematics (especially geometry and algebra) and natural sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics to review highly technical facility design proposals and innovative product designs and practices.
  
  Preferred Qualifications
  
  While these aren't required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.
  
  • Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian in either Washington State or by the National Environmental Health Association.
  • Possess current Pool / Spa Operator Certification, issued by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association.
  
  Employee Benefits
  
  We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family's health, financial security, and work-life balance. You'll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you're living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage. Join us and enjoy benefits designed to care for you as much as you care about public health. Learn more about DOH benefits and see how we support your life at work and beyond by visiting Work@Health.
  About the Washington State Department of Health
  
  We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience. At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by
  Working Conditions:
  
  The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  Work Setting:
  
  • Although this position's work requires occasional in-person attendance to perform duties at various locations throughout Washington State, the official duty station is home-based. When not traveling for work, this position may work from home, from a DOH facility, or remotely from an alternate location.
  • Work is sometimes performed at water recreation facilities. This includes outdoor work, often in the summer. Follow mandated work and rest cycles based on weather conditions.
  • Exposure to hazards includes those commonly found in government or home office environments, as well as those from moving about, walking, or reaching and extending to accomplish tasks and duties when occasionally at various indoor and outdoor locations.
  
  Schedule:
  
  • The normal work schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The incumbent must be willing and able to adjust the normal work schedule to meet important business needs
  
  Travel Requirements:
  
  • Travel to meetings, training, and field investigations, sometimes beyond normal work hours.
  • When driving for state business, the incumbent must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; or provide alternative transportation when required to travel for state business.
  
  Tools & Equipment:
  
  • Duties require the use of standard office furniture and equipment (e.g., desk, filing cabinet, computer, printer, telephone, copy machine, etc.) as well as inspection tools.
  
  Customer Interactions:
  
  • Work collaboratively with a variety of customers, partners, agency staff, and managers on an ongoing basis.
  
  Other:
  
  • This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
  • The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
  • This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
  
  APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
  
  We're committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won't be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.
  Click "Apply" to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references, directly in your Applicant Profile or as a separate attachment, including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you've supervised or led (if applicable).
  DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.
  Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
  Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
  DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
  Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme at and reference DOH8892.
  Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
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  Supplemental Information
  This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
  Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
  Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
  Read about our benefits:
  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026
  01
  
  Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
  • a. DOH Employment Site/Job Alerts
  • b. DOH Employee
  • c. Friend or Acquaintance
  • d. Indeed
  • e. LinkedIn
  • f. Careers.wa.gov
  • g. Job Fair - if selected, answer Question 2
  • h. Other - if selected, answer Question 2
  
  02
  
  If you selected "g" or "h" to Question 1: Where you first heard about this employment opportunity?
  03
  
  Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  04
  
  Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency)
  • Yes
  • No
  
  05
  
  (Select One) I meet one of the following required options.
  • a. Eight years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program
  • b. A Bachelor's degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or another closely allied science AND 4 years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program
  • c. A master's degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or another closely allied science AND 2 years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program
  • d. None of the above
  
  06
  
  (Select ALL that apply) My years of experience in a regulatory water recreation program include performing the following required skills and abilities.
  • a. Interpreting regulations and statutes, providing technical assistance, and sharing information about environmental public health hazards or issues.
  • b. Developing and presenting training and educational outreach on environmental public health hazards or issues to a broad scope of interested parties.
  • c. Participating in the development of environmental public health guidance, best practices, policies, or rules regarding environmental public health hazards or issues.
  • d. Conducting compliance inspections in a regulatory water recreation program.
  • e. Reviewing engineering or architectural plans.
  • f. Applying mathematics (especially geometry and algebra) and natural sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics to review highly technical facility design proposals and innovative product designs and practices.
  • g. None of the above
  
  07
  
  (Select ALL that Apply) I have the following additional preferred qualifications.
  • a. Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian in either Washington State or by the National Environmental Health Association.
  • b. Possess current Pool / Spa Operator Certification, issued by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association.
  • c. Neither of the above.
  
  08
  
  I confirm that I have reviewed my responses to the supplemental questions and that they are accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that once my application is submitted and the announcement closes, these responses cannot be modified.
  • Yes
  
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